Lead Software Engineer

RED GATE STORAGE; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 85,500 - 104,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary company bonus

Monthly wellbeing allowance

Generous paid time off

Private health insurance

Job summary

RED GATE STORAGE in Cambridge is looking for a hands-on Technical Leader to join a cross-functional team focused on advancing AI capabilities for database administration. You will work side by side with other leaders and engineers to build seamless AI-driven workflows.

The ideal candidate should have strong experience in scalable software systems, proficiency in .NET/C#, Python, or TypeScript, and a commitment to team development. The position offers a hybrid working environment and a competitive salary of up to £95,000, plus additional benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in designing and building scalable software systems.
• Proven track record of leading complex engineering initiatives.
• Expertise in at least one modern programming language.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team in developing AI capabilities for database professionals.
• Shape technical strategies and quality of engineering practices.
• Actively participate in leadership and help set goals.

Skills

Experience with scalable software systems

Leadership in complex engineering work

Proficiency in .NET/C#, Python, or TypeScript

Strong communication skills

Coaching and mentoring other engineers

Job description

At a Glance

• Location: Cambridge
• In‑office expectation: Once every two weeks
• Employment type: Permanent
• Salary: Up to £95,000, subject to experience
• Why this role exists: To help build the next generation of AI capabilities for database professionals, developing new agentic AI interfaces and integrating capabilities across Redgate’s product suite.

About the Role

This is a hands‑on technical leadership role within a small, cross‑functional team focused on building the next generation of AI capabilities for database administration. You’ll sit alongside a Tech Lead, Product Designer, Product Manager, and 4–5 software engineers, with additional support from a Group Engineering Manager, Architect, and coaching function.

• You’ll be at the forefront of developing agentic AI interfaces and approaches tailored to the needs of database professionals, working across teams to bring Redgate’s tooling into a coherent AI‑driven workflow.
• You’ll shape the team’s approach to the most complex engineering challenges, owning the quality of engineering practice and developing the skills of those around you.
• You’ll lead cross‑team engineering initiatives and collaborate with the Architect to inform technical strategy at the product level.
• You’ll be an active participant in the team’s leadership — helping to set and deliver goals alongside the Tech Lead and Product Manager.
• You’ll have a direct line to customer impact: understanding how your team’s work solves real problems and prioritising accordingly.

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Experience designing, building, and operating scalable, resilient, and secure software systems — with a bias for simplicity and maintainability.
• Proven track record of leading complex engineering work, including cross‑team collaboration and breaking down ambiguity into clear delivery.
• Proficiency in modern .NET/C#, Python, or TypeScript, with expertise in at least one.
• Strong communicator, able to distil complex technical decisions into clear rationale for a range of audiences.
• Evidence of developing other engineers through coaching, mentoring, and role modelling, with a genuine commitment to team growth.

What We Offer

• Salary range: Up to £95,000, subject to experience
• Discretionary Company Bonus
• Hybrid working: home and Cambridge office (once a fortnight)
• Monthly wellbeing allowance and generous paid time off
• Genuine investment in learning, development, and career progression
• Private health insurance

Redgate is an equal‑opportunity employer. We make hiring decisions based on skill, potential, and alignment with our values.